Strings Unattached
An evening comprising three pieces, whose only connection is that they are accompanied live on stage by violin or cello.
What I See is What I Get
Inspired by a passage from the Rig Veda (ancient text of Hindu wisdom) we follow the torment of a solo dancer as she descends into the pit of addiction, staking everything on the next roll of the dice. But from despair, a strange and loving wisdom emerges…
Past / Present
A courtesan reflects on the passage of time and the ephemeral nature of love and passion in this interpretation of a 17th century South Indian love poem. She is brought face-to-face with herself and her own desire—this is presented as a moving and tender duet.
Past Present manipulates gesture and grammar from (Bharatanatyam, classical dance from South India) and upends traditional symbols by exploring the dance form through a modern interpretation. The music is inspired by Marwa, a North Indian raaga.
NN...rememory...reality
Based on a play by US feminist writer Jane Shepard, this group piece explores the relationship between two sisters—one living, one dead. The past and present are interwoven into a complex, sometimes violent fabric that challenges notions of family, self and love.
Duration: 60 minutes
Number of performers: 5
Number of production crew: 2
Total on Tour: 7
Performances
World Premiere: Joyce Soho Season, New York, NY (2004)
Photos: Thresh,Inc.
Strings Unattached was commissioned by Joyce Soho Season
Tour of India: 9 Cities (Spring 2004)
Almeida Dance Festival, Portugal (Oct 2004)
La Mama Dance Festival, NY (2010)
92nd Street Y, NY (2010)
Credits
Choreography:
Preeti Vasudevan
Music:
Ben Foskett, David Eggar
Lighting:
Les Dickert
Costumes:
Rosula Blanc, Joy Havens, Preeti Vasudevan




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